Check out these big ideas from the 2020 book The Book of Moods: How I Turned My Worst Emotions Into My Best Life by Laura Martin.
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Aug 2025
INTUITION: The Science of Trusting Your Gut
We all have eureka moments, sudden bursts of certainty that seem to come out of nowhere. What if you could summon that feeling on command? Laura Huang, a business school professor, has been studying that question. She’s found that for the world's most successful people, intuition ... Show More
58m 41s
Sep 2025
WITH MUSIC - A Pocketful of Sunshine: An NSDR for a Brighter Mood
Need a quick and effective way to brighten your mood? Consider this NSDR practice your own personal pocketful of sunshine. This session uses uplifting imagery and breathwork to help you access feelings of inner warmth, light, and genuine joy, even on a cloudy day. You'll finish t ... Show More
13m 4s
Sep 2025
A Pocketful of Sunshine: An NSDR for a Brighter Mood
Need a quick and effective way to brighten your mood? Consider this NSDR practice your own personal pocketful of sunshine. This session uses uplifting imagery and breathwork to help you access feelings of inner warmth, light, and genuine joy, even on a cloudy day. You'll finish t ... Show More
12m 56s
Aug 2024
More Happier: The Fun of an Unexpected Gift, Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders, and Herding the Cats During Holidays
We talk about the happiness that comes from getting a gift we don’t expect, and we discuss some quality screen time. We also consider the question: Does every family need a holiday-tradition-enforcer? Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin ... Show More
25m 41s